Student Learning Outcomes

• Explain principles of radiobiology.
• Explain the principles of radiation production.
• Explain factors that impact digital image acquisition, display, archiving, and retrieval, and describe components of imaging equipment.
• Explain exposure factors and their effect on image quality.
• Explain technical factors affecting radiographic imaging and their impact on image production.
• Describe radiation protection methods for patients, personnel, and the publi
• Describe the role of regulatory and accreditation agencies in radiologic practice.
• Demonstrate effective patient-centered communication.
• Explain principles of optimal patient care in radiology.
• Explain principles of pharmacology and the use of contrast agents.
• Apply principles of radiation dose estimation and conversion factors.
• Describe the operation and underlying principles of radiographic, fluoroscopic, and mobile equipment.
• Evaluate radiographic images for diagnostic quality and apply corrective actions for suboptimal images.
• Explain image acquisition, processing, and display.
• Explain quality assurance and quality control in radiology.
• Explain legal and ethical concepts relevant to radiologic practice.
• The student will describe the major components in a typical x-ray system and their function.